Gov. Reynolds on Friday congratulated Iowa's 2020 high school graduates during her coronavirus press conference and in a video message on YouTube.

“Our state is so proud of our Iowa graduating seniors and what they have already achieved,” Gov. Reynolds said. “They are helping each other move forward and celebrating this important milestone despite the challenges brought on by a global pandemic. The class of 2020 is resilient, tenacious and resourceful, and we can’t wait to see what they accomplish next.”